COURSE INFORMATION Course Title: IMPORT AND EXPORT MANAGEMENT

Code	Course Type	Regular Semester	Theory	Practice	Lab	Credits	ECTS
BUS 314	C	6	3	0	0	3	6

Academic staff member responsible for the design of the course syllabus (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature)	Prof.Dr. Osman Nuri Aras oaras@epoka.edu.al
Main Course Lecturer (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours:	Prof.Dr. Osman Nuri Aras oaras@epoka.edu.al , Tuesday 10.00 - 12.00, Wednesday 14.00 - 15.00
Second Course Lecturer(s) (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours:	NA
Language:	English
Compulsory/Elective:	Elective
Study program: (the study for which this course is offered)	Bachelor in Business Administration (3 years)
Classroom and Meeting Time:	E-
Teaching Assistant(s) and Office Hours:	NA
Code of Ethics:	Code of Ethics of EPOKA University Regulation of EPOKA University "On Student Discipline"
Attendance Requirement:	75%
Course Description:	This course examines the basics of exporting and importing management, an introduction to the intricacies of how export and export deal’s function, procedures and documentation, identifying an international trade opportunity and bring the opportunity to fruition.
Course Objectives:	- Understand the global trade environment and identify opportunities and challenges in international markets. - Learn the processes and documentation required for importing and exporting goods. - Analyze international trade agreements and their impact on trade. - Examine various payment methods and financing options in international trade. - Explore the logistical aspects of shipping goods across borders, including packaging, transportation, and insurance. - Develop strategies to manage risks associated with international trade.

BASIC CONCEPTS OF THE COURSE

1	International Trade
2	Import
3	Export
4	Import Management
5	Export Management
6	Import-Export Manager
7	Import-Export Operations

COURSE OUTLINE

Week	Topics
1	Syllabus Review and Introduction to Import-Export Management
2	Main Concepts of Import Export Management
3	International Trade Environment (Organizations & Agreements)
4	Import-Export Documentation + Case Study Quiz-1
5	Import-Export Documentation
6	International Payment Methods + Case Study Quiz-2
7	International Payment Methods
8	Midterm Exam
9	Logistics and Supply Chain Management
10	Logistics and Supply Chain Management
11	Financing International Trade + Case Study Quiz-3
12	Risk Management in International Trade
13	Technology in International Trade + Case Study Quiz-4
14	Final Review

Prerequisite(s):	N/A
Textbook(s):	- Import Export Management, Lecture notes. - Import Export Management, Case studies. - Thomas A. Cook, T. C., Alston, R., & Raia, K. (2012). Mastering Import & Export Management, AMACOM.
Additional Literature:	- Import Export Management, Rai Technology University & Eiilm University. - Johnson, T. E., & Bade, D. L. (2010). Export/Import Procedures and Documentation, AMACOM. - Brown, K. (2015). A basic Guide to Exporting, U.S. Department of Commerce. - Weiss, K. D. (2008). Building an Import Export Business. John Wiley & Sons. - Albania Country Commercial Guide, https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/albania-market-overview?section-nav=8066 - Albanian Customs website, https://dogana.gov.al/preferencat/
Laboratory Work:	N/A
Computer Usage:	N/A
Others:	No

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

1	Understanding the global trade environment and identify opportunities and challenges in international markets.
2	Learning the processes and documentation required for importing and exporting goods.
3	Analyzing international trade agreements and their impact on trade.
4	Examining various payment methods and financing options in international trade.
5	Exploring the logistical aspects of shipping goods across borders, including packaging, transportation, and insurance.
6	Developing strategies to manage risks associated with international trade.

COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO... PROGRAM COMPETENCIES (Blank : no contribution, 1: least contribution ... 5: highest contribution)

No	Program Competencies	Cont.
Bachelor in Business Administration (3 years) Program
1	Identify activities, tasks, and skills in management, marketing, accounting, finance, and economics.	3
2	Apply key theories to practical problems within the global business context.	5
3	Demonstrate ethical, social, and legal responsibilities in organizations.	5
4	Develop an open minded-attitude through continuous learning and team-work.	4
5	Use technology to enable business growth and sustainability.	4
6	Analyze data to make effective decisions.	2

COURSE EVALUATION METHOD

Method	Quantity	Percentage
Midterm Exam(s)	1	20
Case Study	4	10
Final Exam	1	40
	Total Percent:	100%

ECTS (ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD)

Activities	Quantity	Duration(Hours)	Total Workload(Hours)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours)	16	3	48
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	16	4	64
Mid-terms	1	3	3
Assignments			0
Final examination	1	3	3
Other	4	8	32
Total Work Load:			150
Total Work Load/25(h):			6
ECTS Credit of the Course:			6

CONCLUDING REMARKS BY THE COURSE LECTURER

Attendance is mandatory. Students are expected to complete all readings and assignments by the specified deadlines. Participation in class discussions and group projects is crucial for a comprehensive understanding of course material.